Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today
Jesus' decision to wash his disciples' feet on Holy Thursday is a powerful example of humility and selfless love, inviting us to follow His example and serve others daily. By choosing to die to ourselves and take on the nature of a servant, we can drastically change the world and leave a lasting legacy that reflects our faith in God.
As Easter approaches, a heart-check is essential to stay on track with Jesus' mission, lest we fall into doing the right thing with the wrong spirit, like Judas, who betrayed Jesus despite being close to Him. By conducting a heart-check and aligning our hearts with God's, we can avoid faking faith and instead walk with integrity and authenticity.
Jesus used thoughtful questions to engage, challenge and deepen faith among those around Him, and today we explore how you can do the same in your own life, asking powerful questions that foster understanding and build relationships. By embracing the power of questioning, you can transform difficult situations into opportunities for growth and connection with others.
Jesus' arrival at the temple, where he overturned tables and drove out merchants, was a powerful display of his authority and love for all people, regardless of their background or social status. This pivotal moment in Holy Week serves as a reminder that Jesus came to tear down every barrier between God and humanity, offering rest and salvation to everyone, not just the righteous.
Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, receiving a royal welcome from the crowd, yet just five days later He faced ridicule and rejection. This poignant moment highlights the paradox of Jesus' life, where His grace and love for humanity are unwavering despite our own flaws and shortcomings.
As a woman struggling with shame and guilt, Jodi Harris finds comfort in Psalm 8:3-4, where God asks, "What is mankind that you are mindful of them?" She reflects on the power of Jesus' finger to create and forgive, as seen in John 8:1-11, where He sets a woman free from sin and shame.
When life's storms rage on, it can feel like Jesus has lost sight of us, but He never does. In Mark 6, Jesus' disciples were terrified as they struggled to stay afloat in the midst of a fierce storm, yet Jesus walked towards them on the water, speaking words of peace and reassurance that He is always with us.
Charaia Rush shares the profound lesson of forgiveness from her grandmother's wisdom, as revealed in Luke 17:4, where Jesus teaches that forgiving others is a fundamental aspect of following Him. In her new book "Courageously Soft," Rush explores the transformative power of forgiveness and invites readers to embark on a journey of faith, hope, and healing.
When faced with difficult situations, many of us struggle to know what to do or say, leading to feelings of frustration and uncertainty. In her latest article, Erica Wiggenhorn shares a personal story of seeking wisdom in the midst of hurtful words, and explores the promise found in James 1:5 that God gives generously to all who ask for His guidance, offering practical advice on how to live out faith through the wisdom found in the book of James.
As we navigate life's valleys, we all need someone to remind us of God's faithfulness and truth - a friend who will help us "re-remember" what we've forgotten. In this powerful devotional, Jennifer Dukes Lee shares her personal journey of struggle and redemption, encouraging readers to find comfort in the Gospel of Luke and the certainty of Jesus' love.